St George's Hall — Attraction in Liverpool

I had the pleasure of visiting St. George's Hall in Liverpool, and I was thrilled to discover its significant connection to the filming of Peaky Blinders. As a fan of the show, this added an extra layer of excitement to my visit.

St. George's Hall is an architectural marvel, boasting stunning neoclassical design and grandeur that is immediately captivating. Its intricate interiors, with their ornate ceilings, marble columns, and grand halls, provide a perfect backdrop for the atmospheric scenes of Peaky Blinders. Walking through the hall, I could easily imagine the characters of the series moving through its spaces, plotting their next moves.

The staff at St. George's Hall were incredibly knowledgeable about the building's history and its role in the filming of Peaky Blinders. They shared fascinating stories about how the hall was transformed for various scenes, bringing to life the world of the Shelbys in a way that felt both authentic and thrilling.

What truly stood out during my visit was the sense of being part of the show's history. Standing in the same spots where pivotal scenes were filmed made the experience feel uniquely immersive. The hall's majestic and timeless beauty, combined with its connection to such a beloved series, creates an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and awe-inspiring.

In addition to its Peaky Blinders fame, St. George's Hall offers a rich cultural and historical experience in its own right. The exhibitions and displays provide insight into its storied past, making it a must-visit destination for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts.

In conclusion, St. George's Hall is a remarkable venue with an enchanting connection to Peaky Blinders. Whether you're a fan of the show or simply appreciate grand architecture and history, a visit to this iconic location is sure to be a...

Highlights & History Originally built to host music festivals and serve as law courts, the foundation stone was laid in 1838; the Hall opened in 1854, designed by Harvey Lonsdale Elmes, later completed by Charles Cockerell

Famous visitors included Queen Victoria (1851), Charles Dickens, who called the Concert Room “the most perfect room in the world,” and William Gladstone

It was the world’s first commercially air‑conditioned building, with an iconic Minton tiled floor (over 30,000 tiles), and once housed the largest pipe organ in the UK

🎭 Architecture & Interiors Massive façade with 16 Corinthian columns and sculpted pediment on William Brown Street

Great Hall: 169 ft long, barrel‑vaulted vault, ornate chandeliers, stained glass, and the Willis organ gallery

Concert Room: Circular, domed, richly decorated, ideal for superb acoustics

Basement: Former courts, prison cells, and ventilation systems — now part of visitor tours

Why it’s worth visiting St George’s Hall is not only architecturally breathtaking—it’s a living monument to Liverpool’s civic evolution, blending cultural grandeur with historic purpose and community impact. Whether you're admiring its marble and mosaics, attending a concert, or tracing its judicial past, it offers a rich, immersive slice of...

The St George's Hall is a beautiful building, which is still in daily use. I was lucky enough to be there to see the Minton floor uncovered. It's usually kept covered to protect it, with just a few sections visible. You can always see the beautiful doors with the legend SPQL, (For the people and council of Liverpool), the huge stained glass windows and the statues of famous, local people. (They are currently fundraising to get two more statues made of famous women.) The enormous, beautifully decorated organ is used regularly for events. Upstairs, you can visit the courtrooms, with the holding cells underneath. Weddings are a frequent event, using the building and steps as a background. There is a cafe, plenty of toilets and a heritage centre. The building is wheelchair accessible. The exterior has the iconic, collonaded St George's square, with the impressive steps facing Lime St station. At the side, there is a pretty garden area, with lots of seating. Opposite is the Walker Art Gallery, The World Museum and the Liverpool Library. Finally, it has always amused me, growing up in Liverpool, that apparently, the St George's Hall was built back to front,...